GRE Word List

CALLUS

a thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark

The meaning of the word callus is a thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark.

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WordMeaning
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
hueoverall character or appearance to the mind : complexion
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
nascentcoming or having recently come into existence
gaudyostentatiously or tastelessly ornamented
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture
neophytea new convert : proselyte
browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer